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P551 NOT

1997 Triumph Trident Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,574 mi
Last recorded35,574 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint29,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP551 NOT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 35,574 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 35,216 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 35,201 miles

Alot of loose wiring around headstock but not affecting steering operation

Pass 23 Sep 2022 35,038 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 34,625 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 34,040 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 33,215 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 31,860 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 28,493 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 27,140 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 25,769 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2015 25,769 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 24,610 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Jul 2013 23,561 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 23,518 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 22,574 miles

front brake pads low

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 2 Feb 2010 18,982 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Trident Sprint?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
718
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
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P551 NOT is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 29,267 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Trident Sprint fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P551 NOT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Trident Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Triumph Trident Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P551 NOT registered?

P551 NOT is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is P551 NOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P551 NOT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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